Beachfront Weddings at Madison Beach Hotel

out alternate options. Amanda Toner: This girl is a literal ANGEL. She is the Wedding Specialist at the MBH, and helped us make our wedding the most magical day it could be. Covid did not stop her and her team. She put up with me with the thousands of back and forth emails, late night calls and always kept a smile on her face. I remember our tasting, that the MBH held privately for us in a secluded part of the restaurant, and she just kept saying "I love LOVE". It really made me realize that my Husband and I were not going to let this Pandemic stop us from having the most amazing wedding we possibly could. She suggested ALL of the foods for cocktail hour, a bonfire pit for guests so they could social distance at their own pace, hot "spiked" apple cider, etc. She went above and beyond to make this a "normal" wedding, and honestly it was better than we could have ever imagined. A few days after the wedding, she contacted me and said she captured our first look from the balcony and wanted to send us the video/photos. I never asked her to do that - such a queen. Nicole Ballou: While Amanda helped with all of the specifics leading up to the event, Nicole was legit my fairy godmother during the rehearsal and the day of our wedding. Above & beyond doesn't even do justice. ANYTHING we asked for, she had it done within 15 seconds (and literally brought me whispering angel rosé ALL NIGHT LONG). Nicole displayed the thousands of pumpkins and decorations that I brought beautifully. I thought there would be some hesitation as to how many little details I asked of her - but never ONCE did she blink an eye. She helped wrangle our entire family and friends that day, and never broke a smile. Once this Pandemic is over, I'll be back to give her the massive hug she deserves. She even met me the next morning at brunch (which they reserved a space for at no charge or hesitation), to cheers and wish us the best. Lastly, and this is so important. OUR. DOG. WAS. THERE. We stressed and stressed that we really wanted our Rhodesian Ridgeback to be part of the ceremony and take pictures with us, then she would go back to the room on the first floor where my brother was staying. LITERALLY no questions asked, other then let me see pictures of her. I honestly looked at my husband at one point and said, this is too good to be true. Well, it wasn't. Midway through speeches - guess who starts howling for us on the patio of the room? My brother went to go get her, and Nicole said it was no problem to have her down under the tent. MY DOG WALKED AROUND THE RECEPTION. Our dream. Nicole also offered to walk the dog at one point in the night so we could enjoy ourselves! I literally can't. Such a spoiled little princess. Amanda, Nicole and the rest of the MBH team - we can't thank you enough for hosting the best night of our lives. We got married during a Pandemic, they said. Well, I didn't even realize. xoxo Jack & Marissa

ntly to help us plan a small, intimate, outdoor wedding working within the state guidelines. They gave us options and let us be creative during the planning process. With so many changes and unknowns, we were very thankful to have Nicole help us through the final weeks. She was reassuring and helped us finalize the details even through a Hurricane. She was there for us, helping to coordinate and get us anything we needed throughout the day and evening. Nicole worked amazing with our wedding planner to meet every detail we wanted. The MBH tent where we had our reception (due to COVID) was beautiful, right next to the water, and was perfect for our wedding. All of the MBH staff were genuine, professional, and extremely accommodating. We had the most perfect wedding day on the beach at Madison Beach Hotel.

le service (with a smile), and a confidence that can only come with experience. From the food to bar service to facilities support the MBH was top notch. With the picturesque setting, the wonderful guest accommodations and the staff focus on customer service we couldn’t imagine a better setting for our daughter’s wedding reception. Thanks MBH! You made the event truly memorable for all the right reasons.

Everything was decorated so beautifully, from the lawn during the ceremony, to cocktail hour and finally the ballroom for our reception. Nicole kept everything moving smoothly so we were able to enjoy the whole day from start to finish. She really goes above and beyond to make everyone happy. The food was delicious! The location is beautiful! We lucked out and had beautiful weather. The gorgeous sunset made for the perfect backdrop in so many pictures! You can’t get better service anywhere. Thank you so much MBH for such an amazing & memorable day.

e asked for a better venue.

eam it up they had a solution. From encouraging me to have the ceremony outside, to helping me with a spot for my child with autism to decompress during the reception..... our day was beautiful, perfectly planned and orchestrated by Nicole (more on her in a second!) and all the guests commented on the beauty, professionalism of the staff and incredible food. As a general rule I am the planner in our fay- Nicole, Becky and Traci offered support, a push in the right direction when I needed to make a decision but above all Nicole offered peace of mind the entire day. She had it under control and ensured every detail I had dreamed up were taken care of and some details I forgot- she fixed before it impacted the day. They say team work makes the dream work- at Madison the team helps you create your dream day. We ❤️ This venue because of the views, and menu and beautiful accommodations. But we will never forget how this team gave us our dream day. Xo Angela and Kevin 10/18/19

he location was beautiful. Our day simply perfect.

She (and Traci) were always quick to respond to any questions or concerns. Nicole was helpful the whole day of the wedding making sure everyone was where they were suppose to be, the bride/groom had food and drinks and things ran smoothly. I highly recommend the MBH for a wedding!

uld be! The details and organization made it so simple for us to have fun planning the little personal touches. They helped us design a day that totally expressed who we are as a couple. On our wedding day Nicole was there literally ever step of the way... giving us a headcount as guests arrived to hang on the porch, handing me some champs when my girls were struggling with my bustle, and then decorating our room to perfection so when we got there after our after party our flowers were perfectly placed by the fire, petals everywhere, and our uneaten dinner in the fridge. Which brings me to the food, even our tough critic italian relatives who own restaurants were raving about the pasta, the raw bar, cocktail hour, and entrees. Our dinners were even delicious cold at 2 am lol. We can't thank Nicole, Traci, and their teams enough. If you are looking for a beach wedding at a gorgeous venue where you wont have to worry about anything except enjoying the day, MBH is your place. #bestdayever!

y. She took care of everything so I could sit back and enjoy the day. We ended the night with all the decorations packed up, the wedding cake we didn’t get to eat and a bottle of champagne in our room. I 100% think that I had the PERFECT wedding because of the little details the staff at MBH took care of.

at accommodating to our guest count and some last minute changes. The food was amazing, the ceremony on the beach was exactly what my daughter had always dreamed of. The staff was incredible, they were right there to make sure the bridal party was getting food between photos and to make sure that the two boys were fed first. Nicole, our wedding day coordinator deserves the highest of all praise. She was somehow simultaneously everywhere at once, running the show, making sure that I was calm and always with a glass of champagne and making sure my daughter had everything she needed. When we had a minor catastrophe with eyelashes, she sent someone out to get eyelash glue, and they even came to the rescue with a hot glue gun for a boutonniere that lost a starfish. She handled everything as cool and calm as could be. Every wedding needs someone like Nicole running it. They had special surprises for the bride and groom too. After the wedding we went to our room to change before packing up the decorations. When we came back down 10 minutes later they had everything packed up and ready to go for us. We spent the rest of the weekend in our amazing hotel room, dining in the restaurant and watching the next bride and groom get married, and Nicole work her magic all over again. Thank you MBH for making my daughter's dreams come true! This is THE BEST beach wedding venue in Connecticut!

ke sure that you follow up as sometimes the staff seems to be overwhelmed with too many events. We also recommend that you work closely with the individual who reserves rooms and to keep in contact with her to make sure that what is promised is followed through. Overall, great experience!

e worked with Libby from beginning to end, she is professional, sincere, welcoming, and simply a great person to work with. I was able to ask her questions and always got a quick response and honest answer. I even asked her opinion about a few things wedding related, like she was family :) Nicole worked with us the day of and she was amazing! She was professional, flexible, and fun. My husband and I got married in December, we were lucky to have such a beautiful day. The atmosphere overall was classic, romantic, and stunning! Our winter wedding was perfect! I have to say, our day truly was perfect, the food was delicious, the environment fabulous! it was everything we could have hoped for, if not more. Thank you again for this beautiful day.. Libby, Nicole, and all of the staff at Madison Beach Hotel!

ne at the front desk and valet were beyond friendly, helpful, and kind. All rooms have gorgeous water views. My mom, sister, and I stayed in the luxurious bridal suite (two spacious adjoining rooms, both from which you can walk onto a gorgeous wrap around balcony and onto the beach) – we felt like queens! This is where we all got ready the next morning. Our make-up artist met us here and friends and family were able to visit, making this girl time so special. During this period, Lisa delivered a delicious lunch spread and beverages, so good! Now onto my incredibly amazing right-hand girl, Nicole, our banquet manager. Mind you this was January, but when it came time for our first look, Nicole highly recommended my groom and I get outside for pictures. She was not only with us every step of the way, but she was literally tossing my cathedral veil in the air, jumping out of the picture so that we could get the “perfect shot.” Our ceremony was upstairs in the Faulkner Ballroom overlooking the water -such a beautiful, intimate setting. Guests were not able to see the reception tables as there was a wall up during this time. This for me was important. After the ceremony, we walked right into Tides for cocktail hour. Guests were still able to overlook the water as they snacked on delectable and plentiful passed hors d’oeuvres and stations and helped themselves to two open bars. Again, God Bless Nicole…I told her I wanted a sunset shot, but I did not want to miss our cocktail hour. With the sun quickly setting, she helped me throw my Hunter boots on under my dress and we quickly marched out to the rocks on the water and had our photographer snap away. (Thanks Nicole!) After cocktail hour, guests made their way into the ballroom which looked prettier than I could have even imagined from the table settings to the flowers to the setting sun. The food was phenomenal thanks to the wonderful Chef Mo. The rest of the night was a dream, everything was so well executed and I had not a worry in the world except that I didn’t want the night to end (who would with Nicole by your side and Libby behind the scenes paying attention to every single detail?!!) It was the happiest day of my life and we can’t thank Libby, Nicole and the MBH team again! XO

bby, Nicole and Megan were there to answer questions, discuss details, share ideas and accommodate our requests. They were a big part in making our day so special.

ng it all together was their superstar director of catering Libby Rutty. Her and her team made our special day run so effortlessly smooth from start to finish. Can not beat the MBH for your dream CT wedding. Thanks again to all their staff!

lo- wedding photos!) but for an incredible day to come together with ease and class- it takes a team of people- where everyone is passionate, and their leader is organized, personable, and professional. After having my wedding in September, I can confirm the MBH team is INCREDIBLE, and it is led by the one-of-a-kind Libby Rutty. Aside from the gorgeous setting, we were worried about the dreaded- "wedding factory" feel that often comes with places that throw at least a decent amount of weddings every season. I can honestly say- I don't know how Libby does it. She made me feel like I was the only bride in the world, not just that day but that season!. From the time you are picking your date, to the time you lay your head on your pillow that night, Libby and her team are attentive, knowledgeable, flexible, and genuinely excited to execute the day. No problem was too big, no question was annoying. I cannot say enough good things about Libby, and the team, including Nicole who was also so on-point, genuine, organized, and attentive that weekend. Not to mention the food- our guests are still talking about appetizers and their dinners. You know how bride and grooms say they don't get to eat because they too busy? We sat down and ATE- loved the menu and my wedding dinner. My husband and I have incredible memories from that day- no stress- just two people surrounded by their friends and family, in a special spot, with some really professional and caring people making sure it all goes down as planned. And yes- we took pictures on the rocks :) Can't go wrong at MBH- rain or shine. Thank you Libby and the entire MBH team.

cktail hour. The food was amazing and the ballroom provided for a lot of good dancing and fun. We continue to get compliments from all of our guests. Perhaps the biggest plus is working with Libby, who is the director of weddings and special events. Her professionalism and ability to put her couples at ease was invaluable, especially on the day of the wedding. We highly recommend having your wedding at the Madison Beach Hotel!

is exactly what you need in a wedding planner) and willing to work with us. We met with one other wedding planner before her who was a bit frantic and that turned me off. The process leading up to the wedding was perfect. They were flexible and reminded us when we needed to have things in. Every question was answered in a timely fashion (even on weekends!). We had a few special issues like a good number of people not drinking alcohol and they came up with creative solutions to make that easier. The days before and of the wedding were even better. The entire staff at MBH was accommodating and helpful. I threw my back out at the gym the day of and the woman at the front desk got her husband to bring tennis balls in for me!! Nicole must have had every item on my agenda memorized because she kept on top of everything. She did it all from giving my rabbi the gift I forgot to give him to bringing my bouquet down to me right before I walked down the aisle when I forgot it upstairs. During the ceremony and reception things just went so smoothly. Literally everyone mentioned how PERFECT it was. There was no disorganization, no awkward pauses. She reminded us to eat before we had to cut the cake which was a godsend. She was everywhere! Everyone also told us how amazing the food was. I know there's more but I can't fit it all here. I would encourage any friend or family member to have their wedding at MBH. It was the best decision I made about the wedding besides marrying my husband ;)

s a dream come true and the amazing team at Madison Beach Hotel made wedding planning a breeze. Libby and her team are extremely responsive, and were so accommodating! They are true wedding professionals! We can not thank Madison Beach Hotel enough for everything they did to make our day absolutely perfect . We can't wait to go back and visit!

Her "A" team was phenomenal. The entire MBH staff treated was friendly, accommodating and efficient! We felt like royalty. We paid for a bridal suite and were offered a HUGE room with breakfast and lunch service to get ready in - it was beautiful. We couldn't be happier with how our day turned out and would highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a picturesque, New England, beach wedding!

families can't stop raving about how much fun they had and how beautiful the view from the balcony was at sunset. The rooms were amazing and at the end of the night we came back to the room to find a bottle of champagne and two slices of wedding cake that we never got to eat! Libby and the stuff really took care of everything and they made this crazy experience so easy. I honestly don't know what we would have done with out them! This was our dream wedding and everything was exactly how I imagined my wedding day.

bout our wedding to their recommendations of other vendors, I always felt relaxed, excited and comfortable planning this wedding. The views were amazing and the food was insanely delicious (thanks Mo)! If you're looking for a wonderful place to get married in CT, the Madison Beach Hotel is a no-brainer.

ve ever attended. The facility itself is breathtaking - newly renovated in 2013 right on the water - it is the perfect mix of beach wedding meets formal elegance. I started pestering Libby early with questions about everything from timelines to food restrictions to unique decor accommodations, and Libby patiently and expertly addressed all of my concerns. We hosted our cocktail hour in tides so that guests could view us taking photos from the open porch (which everyone loved) - and the raw bar was a huge hit! The food in general was extraordinary - gracious portions that were expertly prepared by chef. Not only did Nicole, the banquet manager, keep us on schedule, but we had our own server dedicated to keeping my husband and I fed, watered, and happy throughout the entire night. The staff went above and beyond to make sure that our wedding was perfect, and we couldn't give the hotel a higher recommendation. A note to anyone looking to book this venue - the rooms are a little pricey, but trust me, they are worth every penny. Our guests that spent the night at the hotel raved that the rooms were absolutely outstanding - so don't let your guests miss out!!

k and just "enjoy the ride" Nicole was awesome and Chef Mo did an amazing job.

ith every detail perfect. My husband, family and friends couldn’t have asked for a better year of planning with the Madison Beach Hotel.

The perfect venue for a summer wedding!

ly Nicole, Megan and Cindy). They make you feel like family and will do whatever it takes to make sure it is the best day of your life. The staff was very accommodating regarding food allergies and last minute changes. Madison Beach IS THE BEST!

wn my nerves. Megan was absolutely amazing and helpful down to the littlest details, and Nicole was magical from the rehearsal to the wedding day with makimg sure Miran and I were taking care of and kept happy. My bridal assistant was so hands on with the both of us from our food, to drinks, to making sure my dress was always set perfectly. My husband's family are huge critics when it comes to big events, but considering we had 2 different weddings after ours and everyone kept stating our wedding was the wedding of the year says alot about Madison and their employees. The family stated the place was gorgeous, the food was delicious, The staff PAID ATTENTION TO EVERYONES ALLERGIES, and double checked to see if the food was up to their standards. They also complimented on how amazing the DJ Tom was with playing all the right songs and how Nicole placed our decor was right out of my head. After the wedding was all said and done Nicole escorted us up to our Honeymoon Suite which blew us away from the rose petal pathway, to the fireplace being lit and food with champagne was just the ending to our magical day we needed. Miran and I both stated if we could do Just Our Wedding Day over we would 1,000 times because ot was just that perfect. No words or thank yous will ever be enough to Libby, Megan, and Nicole for the care, compassion, and generousity they have shown us throughout our wedding planning and throughout our wedding. We are already considering having our daughter's Sweet 16th Birthday there due to the place being absolutely beautiful, the food being delicious, and the staff I trust fully with making her birthday as magical as they did with our wedding. Thank You Again Madison Beach Hotel, Libby, Megan, Nicole, and the ENTIRE staff.

. Their attention to detail and experience are obvious. There were a few last minute issues and Libby and her crew made it seem effortless. I can not thank Madison Beach Hotel enough for the incredible job they did to make our day absolutely perfect.

ing. So many of my guests were blown away by how beautiful the day was and how delicious the food was. I would recommend this venue to anyone! My husband and I stayed in the suite for two nights and they went above and beyond to make sure we felt special on our wedding night. Nicole was also so helpful the day of and made sure if there was anything we needed we had it. If you want a beach wedding in any season.. this is your place!! I already can't wait to go back for our anniversary!

st being so friendly and informative they really guided me thru every step. My guest are still raving about the service, the food and the gorgeous venue. What i also loved was i didn't have to worry about a thing. I just showed up and they handled the rest including taking care of all my things at the end of the night and packing and bringing everything to my room so i could continue an after party in the lounge. Absolutely the Best!!! Highly recommend thanks

t the event, but most importantly my daughter could not have been more thrilled about her big day!

service was perfect! You will not find a more beautiful venue that is just steps to the beach. Spending a little extra for a venue that hosts only one wedding a day is the key to personalize attention and detail. we were clearly their focus of attention, not just the night of, but the entire weekend. Sam

to work with as were the rest of the hotel staff! The food was delicious and the presentation was beautiful! All of our guests commented on the attentiveness of the staff. They have every angle covered from beginning to end. Any questions or concerns we had during the planning were addressed immediately and with a big smile! Our overnight guests raved about their rooms - even the mattresses!! It was truly a perfect wedding. Not a thing went wrong! Even the weather was glorious! We couldn't ask for anything more! Libby and her staff run a tight ship. Our guests are still talking about it!

in the door until the moment we left! Nicole is absolutely amazing...she was right there when we needed her and she orchestrated every detail the day of our wedding! She never missed a beat and always new what we wanted before we even had to ask for it! The food was awesome and was served hot to our guests! We can't say enough good things about this venue, everyone there made our day perfect!

ation were excellent. It was such a wonderful experience for our family and all our guests to be taken care of in such a warm atmosphere!!! Thank you!

the entire staff was accommodating and friendly for our entire stay.

been right on point throughout the entire process. She has been extremely responsive in everything, with the most detailed (and fast!) answers a bride could ever hope for. Libby is so passionate about weddings, she is truly the BEST wedding planner around. The day of the reception went off without a hitch. I can’t even begin to describe how many small details I had in our wedding, and NOTHING was missed or overlooked. Our guests are continuing to rave about the food, the setting overlooking the Long Island Sound, the staff, and the overall ambiance of the ballroom. Perhaps the best comment I have received (so far) was that one bartender somehow remembered everyone’s drinks, and even before they placed their drink order at the bar, they were already pouring their drink for them. Your guests will feel like true royalty here. Out of all my crazy and unique requests, anything at all that was asked, was attainable and achievable. The entire staff clearly went way beyond their duties. After the end of our long night, and our after party at Donahue’s down the road, we had some food and cake waiting for us in our room, with rose petals scattered across the room and champagne on ice. It was seriously the cherry on the cake. Again, and literally, no detail was missed. I know I have a lifelong friend in Libby, and the entire staff at Madison Beach Hotel for life. I wish I could do it all again!

y made an experience that can be stressful, a breeze for us. The day of the reception was a dream come true. Nicole made sure that everything was set up for us, so that all we had to do was enjoy our day. The whole experience was worth every penny. If you're looking for the experience of a lifetime and the wedding of your dreams - stop looking. The Madison Beach Hotel is the one.

missed here. The staff is exceptional and helped to accommodate all of our needs no matter how last minute they were. Libby is the best and she'll make sure your day is perfect! We now can't wait to go back to visit.

kend. The majority of our 120 guests said it was the best wedding they had ever attended and much of that credit goes to Libby Rutty, the wedding coordinator at the Madison Beach Hotel. She was extremely professional, knowledgable, and accomodating throughout the whole wedding planning experience. My husband, family, and I had the pleasure of working with Libby for 2 years. She gave us countless tours of the entire MBH property, answered our 10,000 questions, went through every fine detail, proactively solved problems that arose and established a personal relationship with all of us. She went above and beyond to ensure that our wedding day was a stress-free, successful, and joyous experience. On that day we had zero issues, worries, or complaints. Libby handled everything and was there from the moment we started getting ready until after our reception concluded. My husband and I were able to have the best and most memorable day of our lives. Book your wedding at the Madison Beach Hotel with Libby and you will not be disappointed!

mazing staff. It will be a day we will never forget. Working with Libby, Nicole and the rest of the staff was a joy, they made every little detail perfect, they made us feel so special, they made it personal for us and our guests said such wonderful things about them and the hotel. It was truly a blessing to have our wedding there. And now we cannot wait to celebrate our 1 year wedding anniversary there next October! Doreen and Nani.

spot far exceeded all my expectations! All you have to do is ask and they will make it work. It was PERFECT!

ach Hotel. It has such an intimate wedding feel in an absolutely breathtaking and calming location. The food for me was one of the most important parts and also lucky for me the hotel prides themselves on their cuisine. It was not a wedding factory feel from the staff to the FOOD!!! It was amazing. Now onto why it was so amazing, Libby and Nicole. Libby spent the past 5 months holding my hand, understanding when the difficult moments came up with a dash of humor and confidence and seemed to know just what I wanted when I walked through her door and made it very clear that I was going for a not so traditional "vibe". From when we started the day to the end of the evening, everything was taken care of and I had zero worries. Libby made sure she saw me off down the aisle with water in her hand right at the steps before I walked down and Nicole who spent the reception with us and seemed to know our every move and only retrospectively did we realize this :) She was calm, 10-steps ahead and genuinely cared. Our room at the end of the evening was beautifully set up for us but she even remembered our brownie sundaes we never had a chance to eat :) , she thought of everything. I never once felt like I was just another bride to Libby and Nicole but also the entire staff of the hotel. You feel like you are staying at the Ritz, the service is impeccable. Moral of the story: BOOK THIS VENUE!!!! If you love the beach and want a wedding that has no worry, good food, amazing staff,insanely beautiful rooms, and doesn't feel like a wedding factory, then this is your place. We will be back for every anniversary. No regrets.

ests continue to rave about the food, the setting, the staff, and the location. We can't thank you enough for making this a day we'll never forget!

ff is wonderful. If anything went wrong, I never knew about it. Our friends and family said that our wedding was one of the best they've ever been to! I can't wait to go back for our anniversary!! I highly recommend Madison Beach Hotel

y recommend it as a wedding venue! It was beautiful and our night was perfect!!

met the Madison Beach Hotel wedding coordinator Libby about 1 year prior to our wedding when we had moved back to CT for the year for work. At the time, after 10 minutes of touring the Madison Beach Hotel, we knew that we had found our own little slice of paradise in my home state and that it was the perfect place for us to tie the knot. As busy doctors-in-training, Libby always found time to meet with us several times throughout the year- she often worked around our schedules and was always available by email or phone for questions/concerns that came up. We relied on her expert advice for several of our vendor selections, including our florist (Bakes & Baldwin, Madison CT) and D.J.,(Mike Connolly - Southington, CT) whose work also turned out to be nothing less than spectacular. On our wedding day, the Madison Beach Hotel truly treated us as king and queen. They schedule only one wedding on any given day, which made us feel like special and honored guests. Our bridal suite was one of their signature rooms with a grand view of the beach and sound right outside our door. They were able to accommodate a block of hotel rooms for us for all of our out-of-town guests to all of our specifications. Anything that we requested for us or any of our guests was achievable, anything that we asked for in terms of menu/timeline/details was attainable. Libby and Matt, along with all of the staff at the hotel, went above and beyond to ensure that our day was absolutely perfect. I used to believe that the perfect wedding was a thing of dreams, but after our experience, I firmly believe that with the right location, timing, and especially people helping, your wedding can come together as your own fairy tale which will last a lifetime. Thank you so much to all at the Madison Beach Hotel for our incredible day and start to the rest of our lives! We will be returning time and time again to the hotel/community that has a special place in our hearts. -Carla & Matt

mpetence, great taste and focus on perfection in every detail by Libby, the special events director. She is great to work with, made invaluable suggestions and has a wonderful way of dealing with any “difficult” situations that come up! Her staff was helpful and patient and answered every question - big or small.When we got to the hotel on Saturday of the wedding, I was so happy knowing every detail was addressed as my daughter was enjoying her beautiful bridal suite with a huge smile on her face! The groom and his groomsmen were perfectly situated in the Spinnaker Lounge which was wonderful to have during the reception as well for guests to use. The day truly began when we had a touching "First Look" in the lobby and charming photos out on the grassy strip in front of the beach. As we enjoyed the pretty spot, I noticed everyone bustling around under Mat, the banquet manager's direction getting everything ready for the ceremony. We went back to the room to get ready for the ceremony. It wasn’t until we were queued up to walk down the steps to the ceremony by the beach that I began to truly understand the attention to every last detail which Libby and Mat gave to our wedding. When I took my seat at the front, turned and watched the girls come down the aisle followed by my beautiful daughter, I saw that they even paid attention to the perfect timing of each one walking. Once our beautiful and touching ceremony was over, we were greeted by the first of the wonderful servers with a toast to our newlyweds. The cocktail hour was charming, abundant and delicious with it’s lovely views of the water! We were completely tickled when we were out by the rocks for sunset pictures, when down comes a server with a plate of food for us! The ballroom looked amazingly gorgeous, and the great service continued. And then there was Mat again…ever present, head on a swivel, hard working, unflappable in directing the concert of the wedding - all that with a smile on his face in every instance! The food was delicious, and the flow of the wedding was perfect. Arielle and Jesse’s wedding was elegant and truly was everything and more than we all dreamed possible. I would recommend Libby Rutty and the Madison Beach Hotel very much!

everyone. They were very flexible when we wanted a few things that were a bit out of the box (we only wanted beer and wine instead of a full bar). The food was fantastic and really some of the best I have ever had in a banquet setting. It should also go without saying that the setting was amazing. The hotel is right on the water and the facilities are impeccable. Overall a great place.

ues in the northeast, the Madison Beach Hotel is the newest and freshest venue with one of the prettiest settings. Wedding package prices were reasonable and in the middle price range of places we looked at. The pre-wedding planning was handled in an organized, professional manner and the staff worked to fulfill all of our desires for the wedding including customized menu items, guest accommodations and last minute requests. The staff at the Madison Beach Hotel are incredibly friendly yet professional at all levels of service. Notably, Libby, Abby, Chris and Trish, were instrumental in making the wedding ceremony, cocktail hour and reception run smoothly and make for an amazing wedding day. We had many customized items made for the wedding that the staff flawlessly utilized and placed them as we had requested. Additionally, their coordination with outside vendors was excellent and the food was delicious. Our experience at the Madison Beach Hotel was excellent and we highly recommend it for your wedding.

first moment of our first visit we knew this was the place. The Madison Beach Hotel is the only hotel, restaurant, banquet hall located directly on the beach in Connecticut (Believe me, I called/visited almost every venue in CT) Most offer a walk on the beach after but not a ceremony on the beach. We had our ceremony on their private beach. The entire planning process was extremely flexible, friendly and personal. Whenever I called with questions they were up to date on the details of our wedding. Did not feel like just a file folder in a wedding reception hall. The events manager, Beth McDevitt was incredible and went above and beyond in assisting us in every way. After the ceremony our cocktail reception was held on the lawn as our amazing clam bake dinner was cooked on the beach. Our guests danced the night away inside the reception hall. Our guests truly enjoyed themselves and are still talking about the lobster.